Comforting Hands Hospice of Grove

10/14/2025

Chaplain Gary Bishop of INTEGRIS Grove Hospital will begin a four-session grief class on Monday, Oct. 13. Everyone is welcome to the free classes, which are from 7 to 8:15 p.m. on Monday and Thursday for two weeks in the INTEGRIS Board Room.

If Bishop is a familiar name, it is because he has lived in Grove since 1988, with numerous connections to the community. He initially pastored at Grand Lake Baptist Church for six years, and then pastored at Delaware Baptist Church for more than 23 years. He has worked at INTEGRIS twice, first as the marketing director while assisting with the chaplain duties, and now as a part-time chaplain for the last 21 years.

Bishop was also on the Grove City Council, serving for five years. He was vice mayor for two years and mayor for three years, retiring in 2010. He has been a local Cubmaster and sports official, and also announced Grove High School basketball on the radio for 17 years.

Bishop has facilitated grief classes for the past 30 years, but the four-part series beginning Monday will be the first classes he has conducted since the COVID crisis. Read the full story in tomorrow's Grove Sun.

10/13/2025

This guy deserves a relaxing day today. Happy birthday to one of our Medical Directors, Dr. James Rutter! We hope you have an amazing day Dr. Rutter! 🎂🎊

10/10/2025

If you or someone you know are in emotional distress there are options available to help you. You can contact the 988 Lifeline at any time to connect with a skilled, caring counselor and get support. Just text or call 988.
https://988lifeline.org

You can also contact SAMHSA’s National Helpline. It is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.
(800) 662-4357

You are not alone. 💚

10/07/2025

We would like to wish a very happy birthday to one our Medical Directors, Dr. Renee Russell! We hope you have a fantastic day Dr. Russell! 🥳 Grand Lake Primary Care / Renee Russell, MD

10/06/2025

We will be at the Grove Area Job & Career Fair on Monday, October 27th from 9:00am-1:00pm at the Grove Community Center. Come see us!

📍 104 W. 3rd Street - Grove, OK

Grove Area Job Fair & Career Fair
📅 Monday, October 27th
📍 Grove Community Center
🕘 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Job Fair – Discover career opportunities with top employers in manufacturing, hospitality, and more! Companies will be on-site to share information about current workforce needs. Many of Grove’s most in-demand positions offer competitive pay, strong benefits, and a high quality of life—making our community a regional destination for employment. Whether you’re ready for a career change or just entering the workforce, this is the perfect chance to connect directly with hiring employers.
Career Fair – In addition to the Job Fair, a dedicated Career Fair area will highlight industries essential to the lake region. High school students from 14 area schools have been invited to attend, giving them the opportunity to explore career paths and plan for their futures.

10/01/2025

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀

This month, we honor the fighters, celebrate the survivors, and remember the loved ones we’ve lost. 💗

Early detection saves lives—schedule your screenings, know the signs, and encourage the women in your life to do the same. Together, we can raise awareness, spread hope, and move closer to a future without breast cancer. 💪✨

09/30/2025

We would like to wish Savannah a very happy birthday!
Savannah has been with us for around three years and we cannot express how truly grateful we are to have her on our team. Please help us in making this day great for her and tell her happy birthday. 💚

09/26/2025

Kenton and Jordan enjoyed celebrating fall with the staff and residents at Grand Lake Villa’s Fall Carnival today — thank you for putting on this special event and allowing us to be part of it! 🍂🤗

09/19/2025

09/16/2025

🚨🚨New Member Alert🚨🚨

Welcome to the Chamber, Comforting Hands Hospice of SE Kansas!

Comforting Hands Hospice of Grove was founded in 2020 in the heart of Grove, OK on beautiful Grand Lake O’ the Cherokees. Locally owned and operated by Angie Bidleman, RN, BSN, MBA, the hospice was created with a simple mission: to bring compassionate end-of-life care to the families of our community.

In 2025, Angie extended this mission further north by opening Comforting Hands Hospice of Southeast Kansas, serving families across the state line with the same level of care and commitment.

A ribbon cutting at their new location will be held on Thursday, November 6th. Details to come!

09/13/2025

Let’s take a moment and wish Jordan a very happy birthday! She is our Administrative Assistant and one of our engines within the office. Have a great day Jordan! 🥳

09/11/2025

✨Welcome to the world, Colson Brooks!💙
Big congratulations to our amazing LPN Brittany and her husband Traden on their sweet new arrival yesterday!💚
We are so happy for your growing family and can’t wait to see all the love, laughter, and cuddles ahead. 🌟